Scottish Fire and Rescue Service have issued a VERY HIGH – EXTREME RISK warning of wildfire across the North-East until 17th April.
They are urging people in rural environments to please be cautious. Wildfires have the potential to burn for days and devastate vast areas of land and wildlife; and threaten the welfare of nearby communities.
To report an emergency, please dial 999.
Further details are available on their website here: Wildfire Warning.